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A $2.00 donation is requested for each non-member, age 18
or over. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible
adult.
For hikes, we meet at Iolani Palace, mountain side,
at 8 AM unless otherwise noted. For trail maintenance,
call Mabel Kekina, 488-0044. Please sign our release and abide
by our rules.
We do not arrange transportation. However, you are welcome
to arrange your own. You are cautioned not to leave valuables
in parked cars.
Bring lunch and water on all hikes. Wear sturdy shoes and
clothing. Extra caution may be required on some trails. You are
responsible for yourself at all times.
Keep trails and lunch sites free of litter; treat trees and
plants with respect and care. ALWAYS be careful with fire, matches
and cigarettes.
Many of our hikes require special permission. For trails open
to the public, refer to the State Forestry maps. Firearms, pets,
radios and other audio devices are prohibited on hikes.
VISITING HIKERS ARE WELCOME
HAWAIIAN TRAIL AND MOUNTAIN CLUB, Inc.
P.O.Box 2238, Honolulu, Hawaii 96804
For information: 674-1459 377-5442 596-4864
(We cannot return long distance phone calls)
Check out our web site on the Internet!
- http://geocities.com/htmclub
- http://aditl.com/htmc
Special Note
- Due to the current world situation, please check with the
hike coordinator to verify that the hike hasn't been changed
or canceled.
- Apr 5 Sat 8 AM TOM TOM
No Meeting @ Palace - Call Coordinator for Rendezvous Info
(2 Mi/Intermediate/Cliff Face/Makapu'u)
(Last-minute substitution, due to access problems)
This short, but dramatic scramble to the Ko'olau summit is within
walking distance of the Clubhouse. It's definitely not a jaunt
for those afraid of heights. Coordinator Laura Owens, ph 595-9023.
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- Apr 6 Sun 2PM Clubhouse ANNUAL MEETING
(0.1 Mi/Novice/Clubhouse/Waimanalo)
Come to Waimanalo and let your voice be heard and your vote be
counted. Drop by early to enjoy the beach, clubhouse grounds,
and friendship of other HTMers. Or go for a short hike, then
be back in time for the meeting. Call Dayle at 247-2656 (or email
turner@hawaii.edu) if you have any issues that need addressing.
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- Apr 13 Sun 8AM 'AIEA RIDGE
(12 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/'Aiea)
A short hike on the loop trail prepares you for the longer up
and down trail on the ridge. A beautiful trail to the summit
with a fantastic view of the Kane'ohe coastline. Coordinator
Dave Sanford, ph 488-4419.
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- Apr 19 Sat 8AM LUA'ALAEA
(2 Mi/Intermediate/Valley/Manoa)
The slender sister to Manoa Falls, this beauty rewards you with
lush tropical foliage, along with mud and mosquitos, of course.
Use caution when navigating the lower falls. Coordinator Roy
Kikuta, ph 623-2427.
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- Apr 20 Sun 8AM MEMBERS ONLY
KAHEKILI
No Meeting @ Palace - Call Coordinator for Rendezvous Info
(6 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Ka'a'awa)
Up, up and away we go hiking along narrow, crumbling ridges with
steep drop offs on both sides of the trail taking care not to
be distracted by the magnificent shoreline views. This loop trail
leads to a forested area, a waterfall, and a stream crossing
tucked away in a hidden valley. Coordinator Thea Ferentinos,
ph 589-2433.
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- Apr 26 Sat 5:00PM, CLUBHOUSE BARBEQUE
/ SLIDE SHOW
5:00 pm - Barbeque / Potluck
7:00 pm - Slide Show "Rafting Down the Yangtze River"
BBQ/potluck with your trail mates at the Waimanalo beach house.
As the slideshow for the evening, Bruno West will share a cultural
odyssey of China and Tibet during his rafting adventure along
the remote upper reaches of the Yangtze River. To attend call
Bev Valentino at 595-6363 or email her at "bevvalentino@aol.com"
to let us know what dish you'll be bringing to the potluck or
whether you'll be contributing $7 towards the food. Non-members
pay an additional $2 to attend.
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- Apr 27 Sun 8AM WAILUPE LOOP
(6 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Aina Haina)
A valley stroll turns into a long steep climb, then a tightrope
walk along the Ko'olau Summit, and finally to complete the loop,
a steep tree-grabber descent. Watch carefully for marker ribbons
at the junctions, or it might become an ENDLESS loop! Coordinator
John Hoover, ph 528-1206.
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- May 3 Sat 8AM ULUPAINA
(4 Mi/Intermediate/Graded/Ridge/Kahalu'u)
A pleasent hike overlooking Valley of the Temples. Start on a
contour trail to warm up on before ascending the ridge. The soft
ground under the ironwood trees at the top of the ridge provides
a nice lunch spot. Coordinator Dayle Turner, ph 455-0414.
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- May 4 Sun 8AM MEMBERS ONLY
KALENA
No Meeting @ Palace - Meet at Kemoo Farms
(7 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Schofield)
Dikes. Yikes! This hike has two of them, and they're as narrow
as ever. Once past them, relax and enjoy the spectacular scenery.
On the final climb check out the native plants and snails. Coordinator
Arnold Fujioka, ph 625-9431.
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- May 10 Sat 5:00PM, CLUBHOUSE BARBEQUE
/ SLIDE SHOW
5:00 pm - Barbeque / Potluck
7:00 pm - Slide Show "Backpacking at Mt Rainier"
"Snakes and marmots and bears, oh my." Join your hiking
friends for a BBQ/Potluck at the clubhouse. For the evening's
entertainment, ten adventurers will lead the club in reminiscing
their Wonderland backpacking trip around the base of Mount Rainier
in the State of Washington. To attend call Bev Valentino at 595-6363
or email her at "bevvalentino@aol.com" to let us know
what dish you'll be bringing to the potluck or whether you'll
be contributing $7 towards the food. Non-members pay an additional
$2 to attend.
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- May 11 Sun 8AM KEALIA
(7 Mi/Intermediate/Graded Hillside/Mokule'ia)
The steep cliffs above Dillingham Airfield appear impossible
to climb, but a switchback trail takes you gradually to the top,
pausing only to drink in the views (and a little water). On top,
dirt roads lead to the rim of Makua Valley, with great views
of the opposite coastline. Coordinators Kris Corliss and Larry
Oswald, ph 638-7268.
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- May 17 Sat 8AM WAIMANO POOLS
(3 Mi/Novice/Valley/Pacific Palisades)
A short hike starting on the Manana Trail, we will connect on
a side trail dropping down to two waterfalls. A dip in the pool
is so refreshing. Remember the return trip is a steep climb back
to the Manana Trail. Coordinator Joyce Oka, ph 674-1459.
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- May 18 Sun 8AM MEMBERS ONLY
BOWMAN
(12 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Kalihi)
A long hike that parallels Likelike Highway all the way to the
summit. This hike provides a great workout for legs and lungs
with great summit views as a reward. Portions of this trail require
caution due to steep dropoffs. Coordinator Laura Owens, ph 595-9023.
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- May 22-27 Thu-Tue WAILAU VALLEY BACKPACK
(MEMBERS ONLY, RESERVATIONS REQUIRED: LIMIT OF 10, PARTICIPANTS
SCREENED AND APPROVED BY TRIP COORDINATOR)
(16 Mi/Masochist/Ridge-Valley/South shore to north shore, Wailau
Valley, Moloka'i)
Wailau means "many waters" in Hawaiian, but it might
as well mean "great adventure". The trip starts out
pretty tame but once at the summit, the route plunges down the
steep windward pali into the worst infestation of clidemia in
the Hawaiian Islands. But don't despair, a remote black sand
beach, framed by vertical sea cliffs awaits the intrepid backpacker.
Coordinator Patrick Rorie, ph 676-2748.
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- May 25 Sun 8AM KUOLANI-WAIANU
(5 Mi/Intermediate/Contour/Waiahole)
A favorite for lush tropical hiking. The bird's nest ferns nestled
in the trees are a sight to behold. Bug repellant is highly recommended.
Coordinator Doug Klein, ph 235-8330.
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- May 31 Sat 8AM KAUNALA
(6 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Paumalu)
Spend the day on O'ahu's famous north shore: enjoy this woodsy
stroll into the early afternoon, visit historic Pu'u o Mahuka
heiau before driving down the hill, experience excellent snorkeling
at Three Tables, and then have a delicious shave ice at Matsumoto's
in Hale'iwa before heading home. Coordinator Patrick Rorie, 676-2748.
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- Jun 1 Sun 8AM MEMBERS ONLY
PAUAO RIDGE
No Meeting @ Palace - Call Coordinator for Rendezvous Info
(6 Mi/Advanced/Valley-Ridge/Kahana)
We follow the imposing ridge that divides Kahana and Punalu'u
Valleys. Our goal is a rusted baby stroller, perhaps abandoned
on a long ago promenade when the Summit Trail was a sidewalk.
While "strolling" up the ridge, look for 'apapane and
'amakihi. Coordinator Mike Algiers, ph 422-1048.
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- Jun 7 Sat 8AM NU'UANU
(4 Mi/Intermediate/Valley-Hillside/Nu'uanu)
Constructed in the early '90s as part of the Nu'uanu -Tantalus-Manoa
trail complex, this pleasant woodsy route is a welcome respite
from the bustling nearby city. Coordinator John Hall, ph 377-5442.
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- Jun 8 Sun 8AM WAIMALU UKA
(7 Mi/Intermediate/Valley-Ridge/Waimalu)
This rather recent addition to the hike schedule, also known
to some as Onikiniki, is a looping ridge hike. It starts as a
contour ditch trail and then rambles up and down through some
pristine (and some not so pristine) native vegetation. Good views,
good plants, good workout. Coordinator Wil Kawano, ph 373-1492.
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- Jun 14 Sat 6:30PM KA'IWA RIDGE
(3 Mi/Novice/Ridge/Lanikai)
We'll hike this dry, dusty broad ridge by the light of the silvery
moon, croon love tunes at the top, captivated by the lovely,
shimmering ocean views silhouetted against the night skies. Bring
a flashlight to insure your footing along a couple of narrow
sections of the trail. Coordinator Carole Moon, ph 596-4864.
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- Jun 15 Sun 8AM MEMBERS ONLY
WAI'ANAE-KA'ALA
No Meeting @ Palace - Call Coordinator for Rendezvous Info
(5 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Wai'anae)
A short but steep climb up to the highest point on O'ahu. Panoramic
views of the leeward side. Enjoy rare native plants at the top.
Steep dropoffs require caution along most of this trail. Obey
any instructions given by security guards at the military installation
at the top. Coordinator Steve Becker, ph 678-0841.
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- Jun 22 Sun 8AM TREASURE HUNT
(? Mi/Intermediate/?/?)
Join us for a different kind of event. There will be some hiking
involved, along with puzzle solving. Teams will compete to be
the first to find and solve all the clues. Some knowledge of
the trails of O'ahu is helpful. Since part of the initial task
is to determine where to go on the island, no information will
be provided beforehand about the general location. Coordinator
Steve Brown, ph 247-8845.
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- Jun 28 Sat 8AM TANTALUS RAMBLE
(5 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Tantalus)
This time-honored conglomeration of paths, first surveyed by
Dick Booth, is guaranteed to get you lost. So be sure to stay
with the coordinator, and pay attention to the ribbons. Definitely
an adventurous outing. Coordinator Phil Booth, ph 488-1161.
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- Jun 29 Sun 8AM KULEPEAMOA RIDGE
No Meeting @ Palace - Call Coordinator for Rendezvous Info
(6 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Niu Valley)
A stiff climb out of Pia Valley leads to a windswept ridge with
twin false summits. The return route features the Hawai'i Loa
stairs and a steep guava slalom. If we are lucky, the endangered
'elepaio will make an appearance. Coordinator Stuart Ball, ph
247-5380.
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- Jul 3-6 Thu-Sun HALEAKALA CRATER
BACKPACK (RESERVATIONS REQUIRED: LIMIT OF 12, PARTICIPANTS
SCREENED AND APPROVED BY TRIP COORDINATOR)
(20 Mi/Intermediate/Mountain/Maui: Haleakala National Park)
Haleakala, lit. "house of the sun", is Maui's classic
backpack trip. During this 4-day, 3-night loop of the amphitheater
crater, we will see towering cliffs, colorful spatter cones,
and dark lava tubes, as well as endangered nene geese and Hawaiian
silverswords. Coordinator Grant Oka, ph 674-1459
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- Jul 6 Sun MALAEKAHANA POOL
(5 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge-Valley/La'ie)
Prolonged stretches of her sweltering, never-ending road; then
yielding to the boughs of her verdant stands of strawberry guavas
and iron woods; and finally climaxing with a long, cool dip in
her waterhole down at the stream. Coordinator Ralph Valentino,
ph 864-8130.
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- Trail Maintenance
Sun Apr 13 Wailupe Loop
Sun Apr 20 Kalena
Sun Apr 27 Kaunala
Sun May 4 Bowman
Sun May 11 Kuolani-Waianu
Sun May 18 Pauao Ridge
Sun Jun 1 Waimalu Uka
Sun Jun 8 Wai'anae Ka'ala
Sun Jun 15 Kulepeamoa
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